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Senior Financial Analyst

United StatesUnited States·Essex Group Fort Wayne-In300 - Fort WayneNormalsenior
Finance & AccountingFinancial Analyst
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Position Overview The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business planning support to Finance Management.

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The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business planning support to Finance Management. This position will play a key role in analyzing sales and margins, developing financial forecasts, monitoring manufacturing plant P&L performance, and providing actionable insights to support business decisions.

The Senior Financial Analyst will work cross-functionally with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, Pricing, and other business partners to analyze financial performance, identify trends and opportunities, and provide meaningful financial information to management.

Responsibilities

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  • →Perform detailed financial analysis to support business planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
  • →Lead and support sales and margin analysis, including identifying trends, variances, drivers, and opportunities for improvement.
  • →Develop and maintain sales and margin forecasts in collaboration with Finance, Sales, Pricing, and Operations teams.
  • →Analyze manufacturing plant P&L performance, including revenue, margins, costs, and key financial drivers.
  • →Prepare recurring financial reports, management reporting, and presentations that provide clear insight into business performance.
  • →Analyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior-period performance; investigate significant variances and communicate key findings.
  • →Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
  • →Partner with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, and Pricing teams to gather, validate, and analyze financial and operational data.
  • →Develop financial models and analytical tools to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
  • →Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through quantitative and statistical analysis.
  • →Provide financial insights and recommendations to Finance Management to support operational and strategic decision-making.
  • →Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested by Finance leadership.
  • →Ensure financial data and reporting are accurate, timely, and consistent with company standards.
  • →Continuously improve financial reporting, forecasting processes, and analytical tools.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
  • 5–6 years of related financial analysis, accounting, FP&A, or comparable experience.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
  • Proficiency with statistical software, financial systems, databases, and analytical tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing financial models and reports.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify trends, variances, and financial drivers.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Experience with sales and margin analysis, pricing, and profitability analysis.
  • Experience analyzing manufacturing plant P&L performance.
  • Experience with ERP, financial planning, or business intelligence systems.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Accounting, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Experience with statistical analysis, forecasting methodologies, and financial modeling.
  • Financial & Business Acumen
  • Financial Analysis & Modeling
  • Forecasting & Planning
  • Sales & Margin Analysis
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Communication & Presentation Skills
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Continuous Improvement

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Essex Group Fort Wayne-In300 - Fort Wayne, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

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September 25, 2026
Last seen
September 26, 2026

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essex-solutionsSenior Financial Analyst